The art of traveling carry-on only isn't for everyone but for those who prefer to pack light, these carry-on bags will get you where you're going—whether it's hiking through the mountains or flying for business.

Your choice of carry-on luggage has all the power to make or break your next adventure.

A badly designed or low-quality bag can create an emergency at the worst time, replacing whatever event you had scheduled with frantic stitching, taping or shopping for replacements.

Savvy travelers don’t let that happen, particularly when it comes to the bags that are going to go everywhere with them—even if it’s just to avoid baggage fees.

There are a lot of fine pieces of luggage out there. No one is ever going to agree on the best carry-on luggage for international travel, or the best carry-on luggage for men or women, so this list was created with a different angle—the kind of adventure you have ahead of you.

We’ve worked to find something for everyone, and created a list that includes some of the best luggage of 2018.

1. Osprey Farpoint 40

The best affordable carry-on luggage for long casual treks through nature

Planning some long walks through light foliage? Hoping to get through three airports without paying airline bag fees or hating the weight of your bag?

The Osprey Farpoint 40 is a rugged, affordable backpack with an attractive minimalist look and wonderful features that are far outsize to its cost.

Those features include a massive center compartment that is easily organized with its interior compression straps. On the outside, a pleasantly thick harness makes for comfortable movement in the airport terminal or through the jungle.

How much does the Osprey Farpoint cost? $100-160How much can it carry? 38-40LHow much does it weigh? 3.11-3.17lbs

3. Away Carry-On

A tough, practical hardside that will come in handy for adventures into low-tech areas

For what it does, the Away Carry-On is one of the best pieces of carry-on luggage for international travel.

The hardsides will come in handy when you want to compress in as many clothes as you can without losing carry-on flexibility. It’s also tough enough to handle being tossed around when you have to check it.

It comes equipped with a TSA-approved battery so that you can power your USB devices anywhere in the world as long as you have access to an outlet.

How much does the Away Carry-on cost? $225How much can it carry? 45LHow much does it weigh? 7.3lbs

4. Briggs & Riley International Carry-On

The best carry on luggage for business travel with some planned adventures

Designed for international business travelers, the Briggs & Riley International Carry-On is an excellent option for work travelers who still want the features to have some fun wherever they’re traveling.

The bag is tightly sized for international carry-on requirements, but can also expand to a much larger capacity when needed.

Unlike some business luggage, this one comes equipped with a fabric that is aggressively resistant to tears, water and fading, and supported by a strong warranty. All that, and it still looks good next to a suit.

How much does the Briggs & Riley International cost? $430+How much can it carry? 44-58LHow much does it weigh? 11.4lbs

5. Eagle Creek Load Warrior International

The best rated carry-on luggage for the traveler with gear

The cheekily-named “Load Warrior” lives up to its name with both look and features.

The Eagle Creek comes in adventurous colors that match the canvas construction well. The outside (and inside) of the piece is crisscrossed with straps and compartments designed to tightly tote everything from bicycle helmets and water bottles to delicate electronics.

It’s also an incredibly light pack that can be effortlessly carried or rolled to any distant destination.

How much does the Eagle Creek Load Warrior cost? $115-300How much can it carry? 36LHow much does it weigh? 4.9lbs

6. Barbour Wax Cotton Holdall

For the stylish, sentimental adventurer taking a weekend getaway

Nearly every seasoned traveler has a duffel with a special place in their heart—one that’s attractively aged and soft in the way that only well-used luggage can be, often covered in faded patches and stickers.

Every cherished duffel starts with one that has the quality to survive adventure after adventure. The Holdall is an excellent, lightweight option with a timeless natural look.

It should be noted that this bag is even more compact than most of the options on this list, so it’s better for weekend trips than longer jaunts.

How much does the Barbour Wax Cotton Holdall cost? $250How much can it carry? 35LHow much does it weigh? 4lbs